Daphne Odjig (1919-2016) was a pioneering Indigenous artist and a founding member of the Professional Native Indian Artists Inc. (The Indian Group of Seven). Born on Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory, Manitoulin Island, she was influenced by her Potawatomi heritage and early artistic training from her grandfather. Odjig's work, spanning six decades, includes narrative legends, personal reflections, and political critiques. Her style evolved from fluid calligraphic lines to bold, expressive history paintings and vibrant ecological works. She was instrumental in bringing Indigenous art into the Canadian mainstream, founding the first Indigenous-owned gallery and advocating for Indigenous artists. Odjig received numerous honors, including the Order of Canada in 1986 and the Governor General's Award in 2007, leaving a lasting legacy in both art and Indigenous cultural preservation.